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Top stories this week including changes to fire safety regulations for upholstered furniture

07 June 2026

The most read stories on this website over the last week included changes to fire safety rules which could affect sales of second-hand and vintage upholstered furniture

The Yellow Garage by Christopher Wood

Christopher Wood’s childlike vision brings benefit to Gloucestershire auction

05 June 2026

A notable sum for Christopher Wood (1901-30) was recorded at the latest sale held by Gloucestershire saleroom Chorley’s (25% buyer’s premium).

Elizabeth Gage brooch

Price Reporter: Latest auction results including an Elizabeth Gage revivalist style brooch

05 June 2026

ATG's Price Reporter brings you a regularly updated selection of auction prices, keeping you on top of the latest market values

Thomas Gainsborough drawing

‘A remarkable insight into Gainsborough’s extraordinary skill in the early part of his career’

04 June 2026

A drawing by Thomas Gainsborough, dating from 1748 when the artist was 20 years old, will go under the hammer at Cheffins this month.

Ilminster Ring

Roman gold ring discovered by metal detectorist to go on show at Somerset museum after purchase

04 June 2026

A rare Roman gold ring, discovered alongside a hoard of coins, has been purchased by the South West Heritage Trust.

Dealer Ian Towning

Ian Towning closes Chelsea antiques shop

04 June 2026

Antiques jewellery dealer Ian Towning and partner and co-owner Les Barrett have decided to close their shop in Chelsea after nearly 30 years.

John Constable drawing

Constable drawings rediscovered in a German auction head to Classic Art London

03 June 2026

Five rediscovered drawings by John Constable (1776-1837) will be offered at Classic Art London this summer after a London dealer spotted them in a German auction.